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Trustees Agree on Cyber Security Provider By Ann Wishart ann@karlovecmedia.com
After more than three months of cyber security uncertainty, Russell Township Trustees voted March 16 in favor of an agreement with the Geauga County Automated Data Processing Board to ensure protection against hackers and ransom-wear attacks. Trustees haggled for half an hour over the ADP’s offer to provide security and technical support for the township’s administrative, zoning and roads departments’ systems. Trustee Matt Rambo said he talked to Frank Antenucci, chief deputy administrator of the ADP board, and was told materials and installation of the system will cost the township about $23,000 to $24,000 initially and annual upkeep will be about $3,000 to $4,000. Township Administrator Melissa
Palmer said after the meeting installation will cost about $24,300 and the recurring support expense, about $3,600. “That’s very reasonable for what they’d do for us. ADP is fine with me,” said Trustee Jim Mueller. “I just don’t see the township sailing along without protection.” The township trustees’ administration, zoning and roads departments, which have not had sufficient cyber security for several months, experienced a computer virus in September 2021, said Fiscal Officer Karen Walder. “I asked for action Sept. 30. The ADP sent a letter,” but the board of trustees did not respond to the breach and the ADP board took action to protect its own system, she said. “(The county) was blocking the Russell Township domain from emailing the county,” Walder said. “The board has not taken any corrective action.”
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In October, Walder secured a contract to provide IT protection for the administrative, police and fire departments, she said in a phone interview. The ADP board required a unanimous vote to enter into an agreement because having a dissenting trustee will cost the department money the not-for-profit organization doesn’t want to spend, said Geauga County Auditor Chuck Walder, who serves as the ADP chief administrator. “We don’t want to engage with a government not entirely on board. It costs us more. We’d have to add more resources convincing them they made the right decision,” he said. The ADP board assisted the township when the original breach occurred, but had to sever the ability of Russell’s roads, zoning and administration departments to connect with the county systems since they were not fully protected, the auditor said. “We isolated them … until we have evidence of complete remediation,” he said, adding his department did not want to expose the county to the possibility of viruses or hacking. Trustee Kristina Port said
some months ago, she wanted to get some alternative quotes for the system. Only one other quote has been received and it was considerably higher than the ADP offer and was retracted in December, so on March 16, the township fiscal officer urged trustees to act. “Doing nothing I don’t believe is a responsible action,” she said. “If you are waiting for a ransom-wear attack, you are doing it just right.” Rambo agreed. “By not taking action, we are making it harder for (township employees) to do their job,” he said. For instance, the road supervisor cannot email the Geauga County Engineer’s Office, Rambo said. “They can talk by phone or FAX,” Port said. Rambo also asked if the Ohio Township Association Risk Management Authority might deny the township coverage if the township doesn’t have sufficient cyber security. When Mueller called for a vote to approve an agreement with the ADP board up to $30,000 for the cyber security system, he and Rambo voted yes. Port hesitated. “You are in the catbird seat,” Mueller said. Shaking her head, Port voted yes.
Museum Announces Its New Season
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Jack Sparent, right, at 138 pounds, placed 7th at the OHSAA state wrestling tournament March 13. It was the second straight year the West Geauga senior placed. Sparent went 41-5 this season, the most wins, pins and takedowns on the team. “He did really well,” said head coach Carmen Russo, pictured left. “He would have had more wins in his year career, but with the pandemic, that hindered a lot of athletes.”
The Cleveland & Eastern Interurban Historical Society and Museum (C&E) located in the basement of the Old Town Hall at the Chesterland Historical Village will be open the first Sunday of every month from 2-4 p.m. The season runs April 3 through Oct. 2. Visitors to the museum can watch DVDs about the C&E, enjoy rare photographs of the line and view books, models, maps and rare artifacts of the railroad. They can tour the original Chesterland
interurban station, see an original freight cart rebuilt by Society members and view a model C&E interurban car running on a detailed display. Knowledgeable volunteers will be on hand to answer questions and explain the history of the Geauga County railroad. The museum is free and open to the public. Some of the other buildings at the historical village, which is located at the corner of Mayfield and Caves roads, will be open during museum hours.
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Town Crier GEL Breakfast
April 1, 7:30-9 a.m. The Manufacturing Advocacy and Growth Network (MAGNET) will discuss “Automation in Manufacturing” at the next Geauga Economic Leadership (G.E.L.) breakfast at Kent State University - Geauga, 14111 Claridon Troy Road, Burton. Breakfast and networking begin at 7:30 a.m. Free and open to the public. Registration is appreciated. For information or to register, call 440564-1060 or email info@geaugagrowth.com.
Young Of Heart
April 1, 11:30 a.m. Geauga Young of Heart will meet at St. Anselm’s Parish Center in Chester Township. Bring a brown bag lunch. Dessert and coffee will be provided. Tom Todd will provide musical entertainment.
A trip is planned to Lancaster, Pa., June 7-9 to see “David” at the Sight & Sound Theatre and much more. For more information and reservations, call Nancy Battenfield at 440-729-9684. The group will go to Villa Croatia in Eastlake on June 16 for an Elvis tribute with Walt Sanders & The Cadillac Band. Lunch and show is $70. Drive on your own. For reservations, call Kim at 440-668-3293. Anyone is welcome on Young of Heart trips.
GGP Networking Event
April 1, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Geauga Growth Partnership is hosting an in-person networking event at Elements Fitness Studios, 8505 Mulberry Road, Chester Township. The free event is open to members and non-members. Cash bar after the first drink with light appetizers will be provided. Call 440-564-1060 or visit www.geaugagrowth.com to register.
Girl Scout Cookies for Sale
West Geauga Girl Scouts will be out selling Girl Scout cookies in Chester Township: Saturday, April 2, Discount Drug Mart, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Turney’s Ace Hardware, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Patterson’s Fruit Farm Market, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, April 3, Discount Drug Mart, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Turney’s Ace Hardware, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Patterson’s Fruit Farm Market, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. They will also have a drive-through booth at Chester Town Hall on April 2 and 3, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
FGP Explorers Series
April 2, 10:30 a.m. Join Foundation for Geauga Parks to hike Modroo Preserve, 15695 Hemlock Road, Russell Township. The trail is just over one mile of easy terrain. Call 440-564-1048 for information.
Geauga Skywatchers
April 4, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Join Skywatchers for “50th Anniversary of the Centaur Upper Stage,” a virtual overview of the Centaur upper stage rocket developed, manage and launched by northeast Ohio’s Glenn Research Center for 35 years. Registration is required; visit www.GeaugaLibrary.libcal.
All About Assessments
April 7, 7 p.m. Join Geauga Homeschool for an evening about annual homeschool assessments. The free event will be held at Chardon Christian Fellowship, 401 South Hambden St., Hambden Township. Registration is requested at www.geaugahomeschool.org.
Friends of WomenSafe Tea
April 9, 12:30 p.m. Friends of WomenSafe will hold a spring tea at St. Mary’s banquet room, 401 North St., Chardon. Doors open at 12:30, with tea served at 1 p.m. Light sandwiches, scones, salads and desserts will be offered. Guests will be treated to a presentation on flower arranging and the meaning of flowers. Cost is $30. Register online at www.friendsofwomensafe.org or call 440-285-3741. See Town Crier • Page 3
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Job Fair Scheduled for April 8 OhioMeansJobs - Geauga Job & Family Services, Cardinal School District, Village of Middlefield and Geauga Growth Partnership will host a job fair April 8 for Geauga County high school students and adults to fill local business opportunities. The job fair held in the Cardinal High School gymnasium, door 19, 14785 N. Thompson Ave. in Middlefield is open to students from 9 a.m. to noon. The fair will then be open to the public from noon to 2 p.m.
The event will also include a virtual job fair option during this time. More than 50 employers representing a variety of industries in Geauga County are seeking employees for full time, part time and seasonal jobs, as well as internships and apprenticeships. In addition, all branches of the United States military will be onsite. For more information, call 440-285-1116, or visit OhioMeansJobs Geauga County on Facebook.
West Geauga Schools
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The West Geauga Secondary PTO provided cookies and cider for middle school students as a reward for good effort and attitude as they closed out the third quarter of the 2021-22 school year. West Geauga appreciates the support of the PTO and all of the many district student support organizations.
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Happy Tails Benefit
April 9, 5-8 p.m. Happy Tails Cat Sanctuary is holding its 40th Anniversary Benefit at Patterson Fruit Farm’s Orchard Hills Party Center in Chester Township. Registration begins at 4:30 p.m. Event includes food, silent and Chinese auctions, 50-50 raffles and cash bar. Tickets are $40 per person and will be held at the door unless requested in advance. For more information or to purchase tickets by March 31, call or text Doreen at 440759-0076.
Genealogical Society Meets
April 12, 7-8:30 p.m. The Geauga County Genealogical Society will host Genealogy Help Night at the Chardon Library, 110 E. Park St. in Chardon. Society genealogists and researchers will lead individual and group discussions on how to use the U.S. Census, family group sheets, pedigree charts and examples of what can be done with one’s research and photographic memories. The program will begin after a short business meeting. The meeting is open to all, but registration is requested by visiting geaugalib.net and selecting Programs.
Christian Women’s Connection
April 20, 11:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Join Christian Women’s Connection for lunch and a program at Family Life Center, 16349 Chillicothe Road in Bainbridge Township. Featured speaker Lisa Haley will deliver a message on “Surviving Life’s Surprises.” The “OsteoStrong” program focuses on how to improve bone density, muscular strength, balance and overall health. Cost is $15 at the door. Call or text 440-2131205 to RSVP by April 14. The event is affiliated with Stonecroft Ministries. All are welcome.
Summer Youth Aviation Camp
The Experimental Aviation Association Chapter 5 is hosting its annual weeklong day camp for middle school students going into grades six through 10 who are interested in flying. Summer Youth Aviation Camp will take place June 6 -10 for new campers at the Geauga County Airport in Hangar 3 in Middlefield from 9 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. After the camp, there will be an opportunity for campers to take a Young Eagle flight on June 11. Space is limited to 18 students. Registration forms and $150 fee are due by April 28. Scholarships are available. For more information, contact Sherry Niederkorn at 440-477-1198 or sherry.niederkorn23@gmail.com to obtain an application packet. Corporate sponsorships are available.
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Police Blotter The following is a sampling of the calls handled by the Chester Township Police Department March 11-27, 2022. ANIMAL PROBLEM March 15 6:14 p.m., Rust Drive. Caller is complaining her neighbor’s ducks are in her pond. March 18 2:03 p.m., Mayfield Road. Pig walking in the road, Mayfield Road heading toward Caves Road. Owner removed animal from roadway. March 20 7:50 p.m., Sherman Road. Skunk in the yard that appears to be sick. Walking funny and falling down. Officer responded. Skunk not injured; walked into the woods. March 22 9:38 p.m., Stratford Trail. Chihuahua is stuck with his leash around the chair. He’s not happy. His name is Peanuts. Officer responded. Dog untangled, no further issues. CITIZEN ASSIST March 21 2:36 p.m., Privacy Lane. Caller wants to talk to an officer about the smell from her neighbor’s barn. Officer advised. See report.
PROPERTY DAMAGE March 18 5:35 p.m., Sperry Road. Male shot up his pool and then took a knife to it causing it to flood caller’s house. This occurred last night. Today caller noticed it washed out the driveway, back flushed into his septic and messed it up, also lifted the drain system out of the ground. Insurance company is requiring a police report. SUSPICIOUS March 12 11:53 p.m., Mayfield Road, Chester. Out with a vehicle that someone just jumped into the trunk of. Female was not in any distress; all parties stated they were playing around. They were advised to find another ride home due to them being intoxicated. Clear without incident. March 25 4:44 p.m., Kristine Drive. Male was at this address to pick up a toboggin. When caller arrived there were two males on location and were buying items from the female at this address. Caller stated female looked nervous. Males have left. Caller unsure if there was any issue. Officer advised. See report.
Real Estate Transfers Listed are public meetings and executive sessions for the coming two-week period, unless otherwise noted. These meeting notices are NOT legal notices. Geauga County: April 5, 9:30 a.m. – Geauga County Commissioners, 5:45 p.m. – Educational Service Center of the Western Reserve Governing Board, at 8221 Auburn Road, Concord; April 12, 7:30 a.m., Geauga SWCD, at Patterson Center on Burton Fairgrounds, 9:30 a.m. – Geauga County Commissioners; April 18, 1:30 p.m., Family First Council, 13244 Ravenna Road, Munson; April 19, 9:30 a.m., Geauga County Commissioners; April 20, 6 p.m., Board of DD, at Metzenbaum Center Administrative Board Room, 8200 Cedar Road, Chester. All county commissioners meetings are held at 470 Center St., Bldg. 4, Chardon, unless otherwise noted.
Chester Township: April 6, 7 p.m., Zoning Commission; April 7, 6:30 p.m., Board of Trustees; April 11, 7 p.m., Board of Zoning Appeals; April 20, 7 p.m. – Zoning Commission, 7 p.m. – Chester Park District, at Office of Colagiovanni & Greene, 7840 Mayfield Road, Chesterland; April 21, 6:30 p.m., Board of Trustees. All meetings are held at the Township Hall, 12701 Chillicothe Road, unless otherwise noted. Russell Township: April 4, 7 p.m., Board of Zoning Appeals; April 7, 2 p.m., Board of Trustees; April 21, 6 p.m., Board of Trustees. March 23, 7 p.m., Zoning Commission. All meetings are held at Russell Town Hall, 14890 Chillicothe Road, unless otherwise noted. (NOTE: Trustees new meeting dates are first and third Thursdays.) West Geauga BOE: April 11, 7 p.m., regular meeting. All meetings are held at the BOE Community Room, 8615 Cedar Road, unless otherwise noted.
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Obituaries Mary Napolitano
Mary “Cookie” Napolitano, age 77, passed away March 25, 2022. She was an office manager for Dr. Robert Anschuetz for over 30 years and enjoyed spending time with her family, cooking, baking and entertaining. She was known as Aunt Cookie to family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Oldrich and Rozalie; and her brother Edward. Cookie is survived by her husband, Charlie; daughters, Kellie Gamiero (Lou) and Maria (Patrick Sorma); grandchildren, Domenic,
Chase, Vincent, Lexi, Khloe and Nikolas; siblings Rosalie Siller and Alex Fisher Sr.; and many loving nieces, nephews and friends. Friends may call at Gattozzi and Son Funeral Home, 12524 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland, on Friday, April 1, 2022, from 4-7 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Anselm Church, 12969 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland, on Saturday, April 2, 2022, at 11am. (Please meet at church). Private burial at Chester Cemetery, Chesterland, at a later date. Online condolences at www.gattozziandson.com.
Chester Government Update The Chester Township Board of Trustees meeting on March 10 began with a brief update by Anthony Peto, of the Chester Township Zoning Commission, regarding amendments to the zoning resolution. The zoning commission is currently reviewing and drafting proposed language regarding permissible accessory building size. Peto said a representative of the zoning commission will continue to attend trustee meetings on a monthly basis to provide updates. A resident expressed concern over a proposed Ohio House Bill 563 that prohibits local municipalities from restricting shortterm rental properties in residential neighborhoods and encouraged the trustees to respond in opposition to the bill. Next was the opening of bids for various materials used by the Chester Road Department, including stone, asphalt and rock. The bids were forwarded to Road Superintendent John Onyshko for review and recommendation. Resident Ken Mantey provided the trustees with two proposed projects for the Chester Recycle Park: bins for glass only recycling and applying for a grant for a shed for cardboard reuse/recycling. Repeat Glass would stage bins at the park for glass only at no cost to the township. The pilot project is supported by Jennifer Jones, of the Geauga-Trumbull Solid Waste Management District. On behalf of the township, Trustee Mazzurco has also applied for a $15,000 grant to improve the road surface at the recycle park and $3,500 for the fall Chester Community Cleanup Day. Onyshko provided a summary and recommendation of updates to Chester Township’s cemetery policy and pricing to reflect increased costs, including weekend interments. A motion was approved by the board to incorporate the changes. A motion to approve the hiring of William Fiala as a part-time firefighter/EMT-paramedic was approved; the trustees welcome Mr. Fiala to Chester Township. In other fire business, $4,300 was approved for Warren Fire Equipment for purchasing firefighter boots, helmets and gloves, and $3,800 was approved to Truck MD for repair of a police department vehicle transmission. The agreement between the International Association of Firefighters Local 5331 and Chester Township was also approved. It is the very first contract for the township’s fulltime firefighters, and the board appreciates
the time and effort they took to help create the agreement. Trustees also had brief discussions about upcoming fire levy renewals. A motion was approved for the West Geauga girls volleyball fundraiser car wash on June 18 and July 16 at Chester Town Hall parking lot and for the Chesterland flag football teams to use the old Chester School site fields for practice. The board continued discussion about the 2022 permanent appropriations for the general fund, use of American Rescue Plan monies and the Memorial Day ceremony. At the end of the meeting, the board entered executive session and upon return, appointed Margaret Muehling as Chester Board of Zoning Appeals alternate and approved the promotion of Captain Craig Young to police chief effective upon the retirement of Chief Mark Purchase in the coming months. The trustees thank Mrs. Muehling for her many years of service on the zoning commission and congratulate Captain Young on his promotion and look forward to him meeting more township residents in his expanded responsibilities. Submitted by Ken Radtke Jr., Chester Township Trustee
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Classifieds AUTOS & PARTS
CLASSIFIEDS 440-729-7667
$Wanted Junk Vehicles$ Call 440-6797293
EVENTS SNPJ Music Fest & Craft Show: Saturday, May 22 - Craft show 11a-5p, Music noon-10p. $15 at gate, $10 advance. snpjfarmkirtland.com 440-283-9373.
FOR SALE Applewood chips for grilling $5/bag. General Electric Dryer, works well, $75. Chest of drawers, $10. 12724 S.R.88, Garrettsville. 216-410-3265. 2004 Bayliner 265 Ciera Cabin Cruiser. 9.6-foot beam. Fairport, OH. $26,999. Call 440-635-0212. Hay for sale, $3 per bale. Two 16” English saddles, $50 each. Western saddle, $75. Sewing machine table, $40. 3-tier saddle rack, $75. Call/text 216-347-4434. Free used motor oil. Portable Hummingbird Fishfinder $85 or best offer. 440-5482657. Shop AVON at home or office. Delivery and a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. Bev Thompson Avon Independent Sales Representative Call: 440-708-8045 Visit my Web site: https://www.avon.com/ myavon/bthompson8804
PETS & ANIMALS Green-cheeked conure with large cage and accessories. Can live up to 30+ years. Very sociable bird. $200. 440-9040906.
MISCELLANEOUS FREE fact: To get our kids addicted, cigarette companies flavor e-cigarettes and even use synthetic nicotine. Addiction = Profit!
For Sale. Yanmar Tractor Model SA424, only 81 hours, plus bucket box, scraper, backhoe, cutter. $26,500. (440) 548-5282. Antique clocks many; large greenhouse panes of glass $5 each: humpback chest $89; large rocking horse $79. 440-338-3563. Ford 9N rebuilt engine new clutch assembly & flywheel. Lots of new parts and paint. $2,800 OBO. John Deere snow blower, used very little, works real nice. $225. 440-313-5896.
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Ford 9N rebuilt engine, new clutch assembly & flywheel. Lots of new parts and paint, $2,800 OBO. John Deere snow blower, used very little, works real nice, $225. (440) 313-5896
Wanted: One donkey for Palm Sunday Procession on Chardon Square. Willing to reimburse. Call 440-285-4641.
WANTED TO BUY
Power recliner sleep lift chair. Used 6 hours. Light tan, heat and massage. Paid $2,300, sell for $1,500. 440-693-4078.
Buying all Stanley Bailey planes and machinist tools. Call Karl at 440-812-3392.
GARAGE/ESTATE SALES
Old fishing tackle wanted: fishing lures (wood or plastic), mouse to bear traps, wooden duck decoys. Call Lee 440-3138331.
Marketplace Mall in Middlefield is looking for vendors, retailers, artisans and crafters with unique and quality merchandise. Call 440-313-8147 for more information.
HELP WANTED Optical/Optometric Office seeks a parttime receptionist with flexible hours. Will train. Email resume to: eves@solonberrisoptical.com Russell Farm - part-time after-school with some weekend hours - cleaning two horse stalls and misc. work. Prefer horse experience, but will train. $10/hour. Call 440-338-1537.
REAL ESTATE Lots for sale. Thompson Township. 1 acre. Wooded, scenic, quiet side street $12,900. 440-289-0708
SERVICES John’s Plumbing: Affordable and reliable. Water heaters, toilets, faucets, drain cleaning, gas lines, sump pumps, well tanks. 440-285-0800. Joe Eicher doing roofing, siding, remodeling, cleanout houses, we do most anything. Call between 8a-4p, 440-813-4272. No answer, leave message. Kiln dried live edge slabs: walnut, hickory, maple, elm available. We also make custom tables, benches, etc. 440-313-2478. Reliable drivers available for work crews. Rates negotiable. Phil’s Wheels. 330-978-0367. Offering special discounts for interior and exterior painting and staining this season. 20+ years experience. Professional and insured. Call Dan 440-342-4552.
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